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Never miss any Houston Rockets games? Well, let's ensure that tradition continues. To find out how to watch or live stream the Rockets' upcoming game, check out the article below.
How to watch Houston vs. Memphis
- When: 8 p.m. ET, January 13
- Where: Toyota Center
- TV: NBA TV, SCHN, FDSSE
How to stream the game
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Houston Rockets key players
- The scoring leader for the Rockets this season is Jalen Green, who averages 20.4 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game.
- Houston's leading rebounder is Alperen Sengun, averaging 10.5 boards per game, and its best passer is Fred VanVleet with 5.9 assists per game.
- Green makes more threes per game than any other member of the Rockets, knocking down shots from beyond the arc at a clip of 2.7 per contest.
- VanVleet and Amen Thompson lead Houston on the defensive end, with VanVleet leading the team in steals by averaging 1.7 per game and Thompson in blocks, averaging 1.0 per contest.
Western Conference standings
Team | Games Back | |
---|---|---|
1 | Oklahoma City Thunder | - |
2 | Houston Rockets | 6.0 |
3 | Memphis Grizzlies | 7.0 |
4 | Denver Nuggets | 9.0 |
5 | Dallas Mavericks | 9.5 |
6 | Los Angeles Lakers | 10.5 |
7 | Los Angeles Clippers | 11.0 |
8 | Minnesota Timberwolves | 11.5 |
9 | Sacramento Kings | 12.5 |
10 | Golden State Warriors | 12.5 |
11 | Phoenix Suns | 13.0 |
12 | San Antonio Spurs | 13.0 |
13 | Portland Trail Blazers | 18.5 |
14 | Utah Jazz | 22.0 |
15 | New Orleans Pelicans | 24.0 |
How to watch the Houston Rockets on cable or satellite TV
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Our favorite streaming providers for Houston Rockets games
Here’s our breakdown of the best streaming platforms for watching NBA games. After extensive testing, we found DIRECTV STREAM to be the top choice—offering live locally and nationally televised matchups. But fans outside the designated Houston Rockets TV market will need NBA League Pass to stream live out-of-market games.
Editor’s choice: DIRECTV STREAM ($69.99–$149.99/mo.)
Best for out-of-market games: NBA League Pass ($16.99–$24.99/mo.)
5-day free trial: DIRECTV STREAM
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Out of market games: NBA League Pass
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How to watch the Houston Rockets for free
Free local channels: Antenna
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5-day free trial: DIRECTV STREAM
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7-day free trial: Fubo
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How to watch the Houston Rockets FAQ
What channel is the Rockets game on?
The next Rockets game is on NBA TV, SCHN, and FDSSE.
What time do the Rockets play their next game?
The Rockets play their next game on January 13 at 8 p.m. ET.
Where can I watch the Rockets for free?
You can stream the Rockets live with a free trial on DIRECTV STREAM, though regional restrictions may apply.
Where can I stream the Rockets game if I don’t have cable?
Our favorite way to watch the Rockets without cable is through DIRECTV STREAM. The streaming service has every national NBA channel and many RSNs, but you'll need an NBA League Pass subscription to catch out-of-market games.
What is the best streaming app for Rockets games?
DIRECTV STREAM is the best streaming app to watch the Rockets. Its robust channel lineup includes local networks, ESPN, TNT, and NBA TV. However, you'll also need NBA League Pass if you're an out-of-market fan.